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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1914
Page
15
The announcement lists subscription options for the Washington Post in Washington and Alexandria, with daily delivery including Sunday and terms by month or week. It notes a nearby park project aimed at promoting a healthier outdoor life on grounds reserved for Washington's citizens and visitors.
A World newspaper summary projects a Democratic loss in the Senate by several members and a GOP gain of more than 50 seats in the House, signaling a broad regional wave of discontent. The analysis notes expected declines across New England and key Northern and Western states with a potential shift by November.
A wide range of views on maritime hostilities and neutral rights is presented. The piece defends American vessels against unlawful seizure, notes Britain’s vigilance, and urges prudent conduct by oversea traders while lampooning contemporary political and social debates. It mentions Emden, pacific rumors, and various satirical quips about current events and public figures.
British ex censor Frederick E Smith resigns from war department post to become official correspondent for Indian native press. Critics say he lacks journalism experience and India familiarity. Lord Carnegie leads troop front as he turns veteran at 21 in Scots Guards. Lord Louth re joins army and Pilgrim name origin noted. Maritime Stepney birth register quirks amuse.
A Washington Post editorial urges the President to unlock the Souths cotton treasure, likening it to precious gold to restore national prosperity. It argues England would accept cotton as trade balance, and calls for swift presidential action to mobilize finance and unify the country in relief.
War Department plans to beautify Lower Potomac Park include new 6000 foot driveway, cleared upper acres, grassed grounds, multiple baseball diamonds and tennis courts, a potential 80 acre golf course rivaling Chevy Chase, a stadium, and a tea house promenade. The scheme seeks harmony with foreign park models and aims to transform the tract into a premier outdoor recreation center for Washington residents and visitors.
The British admiralty said several crack cruisers are released from patrol to pursue the German raiders Karlsruhe Emden and Warlsruhe active in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. The fleet hunt promises a thrilling sea chase testing courage wit and tenacity as the world watches for the best ships to prevail.
The Will County, Illinois area announces a revival of the corn shucking bees with modern score cards by Agriculturist F. C. Grannis. Counting time stands for 90 percent, signaling a return to the belt’s traditional harvest event.
A New York American report recounts Elbert Hubbard's two hour talk with a Berlin visitor who, after six months in Germany, describes Germany's 80 million population and a land area just smaller than Texas and Oklahoma. He praises German progress across science, industry, and wealth and contrasts it with Britain’s naval power. The observer predicts Germany will not take Canada, fears US protection if Canada seeks independence, and argues the Monroe Doctrine could draw the US into North American dominance.
Ten year old Florence McLaughan of 8713 North Carlisle Street wowed Pittsburgh by subduing Sergeant Rodman in a city hall jiu jitsu demonstration. The 105 pound girl tossed a 195 pound sergeant and a 180 pound man, showed blocks and disarms, and mimicked police handling of unruly prisoners.
A 17 month old boy in Los Angeles has three times attempted self harm by ingesting substances from household bottles. Robert Duchow has swallowed carbolic acid rat poison and iodine and remains under hospital care. His parents at 3281 East Third street describe him as an explorer and a curious taster.
A garish weighing one pound and nine feet long was landed near Clarksdale, Mississippi. Sam Antone hauled the oversized fish from the old Sunflower River bed after a fierce tussle that required a pistol to be used to finish the creature.
From Ti-Bite the home life appears ideal as she travels abroad in summer while he spends winter at the Riviera. The exchange paints a picture of luxury and separation in their marriage.
The essay argues that despite aversion to foreign conflict the country must pursue commercial expansion. It highlights Latin American opportunities, Europe’s reduced demand, and the need to finance long credits, ship enough goods, and feed a vast military economy while maintaining domestic markets. It predicts a booming industrial era driven by ingenuity and substitutes for scarce materials.
The Manufacturers' Record declares the South is rich in resources and should direct efforts on conservative lines. It argues the region need not beg for aid, citing past cotton profits, its natural wealth, and a history of resilience during hard times. It condemns current appeals for charity as inflaming dependence.
A fragment of verse chronicles a sleepless patient observer at a hospital window. The speaker recalls a joyous crowd above, a passing nurse, and a singing lad, contrasting fading memory with hopeful dawn as days long past return to comfort.
Four year old Robert Hale of Orange was pulled along the Passaic River while his brother rowed him. An acorn dangled on a string from the wrist and a 21 pound carp swallowed it. Boaters retrieved the boy and the carp, ending a curious river mishap.
An analysis notes two possible German aims for extending invasion to Belgium coast west of Bruges, suggesting a northern Paris campaign or a major Zeppelin raid against London. It cites Count von Reventlow in Das Grossere Deutschland, arguing a base on the Belgian coast could force Britain to change fleet strategy, but questions feasibility and the need for France’s defeat first and for secure French coast access.
San Francisco incident after a supper invite sees Ulysses Underhill strike with two cauliflower heads at Michael Scott. Scott replies by drawing a revolver, wounding Underhill in the left thigh, then faces assault charges as he is named the suspect in a deadly weapon case.
Walton H. Holmes Jr. receives a permit to bury Tiger the Holmes family dog in Iron Cemetery. The 5 year old black bull terrier died in a hospital and was laid to rest in the family plot with an inexpensive metallic casket. Mrs. Holmes recalls Tiger’s intelligence and attachment as the family grieves. Inex ple sentence from the Cleveland Plain Dealer follows about neighborly old days.
Ethel-Onh warns Jack to be careful tonight as Papa brings home a bulldog. Jack notes the dog once belonged to him and that he arranged the dealer to sell it to his father.
Interviews describe how Lehigh University faced a months long typhoid fever outbreak. A blood test for all food handling employees led to containment. Officials note transmission by a crew member not ill but a carrier, with the health department confirming the source after testing water and provisions.
The United States tops Smyrna fig imports yet 30,000 tons were undelivered due to the European war. Prices rose 36 percent, aiding California fig cultivation especially the allmyrma variety. California acreage may rise 60 percent next year with a long war likely lifting native fig prominence.
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